SAN MATEO, Calif., Sept. 29, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, PowerVision Technology Group, a worldwide leader in UAV, robotics and big data technologies, announced that the PowerEyeTM professional cinematography drone is now available for global pre-order. With features including Dual Viewing and an optional thermal/natural light switchable camera, PowerEye sets a new standard for video quality and control, special effects and professional cinematography capabilities. PowerEye global pre-orders are now being taken at the PowerVision Online Store (https://store.powervision.me) with shipping scheduled in December 2016.

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PowerEye features PowerVision's integrated Dual Viewing capability for the ultimate in cinematographic control. Dual Viewing gives multiple users the ability to see video simultaneously from a First Person View (FPV) and a Subject Matter View (SMV). With Dual Viewing a cinematographer has the ability to see what is in front of the PowerEye while in flight through a dedicated FPV camera housed in the nose of the aircraft and a separate gimbal-mounted camera can be simultaneously directed to action on the ground or other areas in the sky.

Dual Viewing can be managed by a single person using one mobile device in either a split screen or picture-in-picture mode (user selectable) using the PowerEye App. Two people can also manage the Dual View using two mobile devices with one managing FPV, and the other managing SMV.

PowerEye is available in two camera models. The "PowerEye Professional" is equipped with a high-performance Panasonic Lumix G 11mm F2.5 ASPH 4K UHD camera. The "PowerEye Thermal" is equipped with a state-of-the-art Thermal/Natural Light Switchable Camera that comes with two integrated light sensors and two lenses. Through the PowerEye App, users can switch between the thermal and the natural light setting with one touch. Using the Thermal/Natural Light Switchable Camera, cinematographers can capture a spectrum of light not visible to the unaided eye.

"PowerEye takes professional focus, special effects, and control to the next level. It exceeds passed only what the eye sees and can capture something magical," said Wally Zheng, CEO of PowerVision Technology Group. "We are excited to extend our years of expertise in UAV technology to today's professional and aspiring cinematographers with PowerEye. By combining powerful new features and state-of-the-art aeronautics in a robust and collapsible form, we believe PowerEye sets the stage with new standards leading the market forward."

PowerVision Object Detection Technology: Uses an array of integrated sensors to detect flight path obstacles and sound an alert within 10 meters
Stable 4-Point Landing/Lift-off Design: Eliminates the need for dangerous hand-held take-offs and catch-landings common with 2-point and/or T-bar designed drones
Highly Portable 600mm Class Aircraft: Integrates collapsible legs and rotors for quick and easy transport, folding to a mere 340 x 285 x 296 mm
Micro Four Thirds (MFT) System Compatibility: Enables users to connect a variety of lenses based on their personal preferences
Maximum Flight Time: Up to 29.5 minutes
Control Range and Real-Time High Definition Video Stream: Up to 3.1 miles (5 kilometers)
Lightweight:
o Weight 8.7 lb (3,950 g) with battery and propellers included

o Maximum PowerEye payload - 6.6 lbs

Pricing & Availability

The PowerEye Professional is priced at $3,988.00 USD MSRP and includes the PowerEye aircraft with a full set of propellers, Panasonic Lumix G 11mm F2.5 ASPH camera, rolling carrying case, one remote control, one extra pair of propellers, base station, battery, and battery charger. Users who preorder will receive one additional remote control with 100 percent advance payment, $199 retail value. The PowerEye Professional can be pre-ordered through the PowerVision Online Store (https://store.powervision.me). Customers who are interested in pricing for the PowerEye Thermal 2-in-1 thermal light/natural light integrated camera option can inquire by emailing sales.us@powervision.me.

About PowerVision

PowerVision Technology Group is a worldwide leader in UAV technologies, products, and services with a corporate mission to innovate the future. PowerVision's lineup ranges from smart drones and robots, data visualization and forecasting, virtual and augmented reality. Founded in 2009, PowerVision Technology Group comprises nearly 500 employees in China, the U.S., Canada, Australia, Germany, and Finland.

PowerVision Robot Corporation, based in San Mateo, California, is PowerVision Technology Group's headquarter in the U.S., Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. To learn more about PowerVision Technology Group or PowerVision Robot Corporation, please visit www.powervision.me. You may also connect with PowerVision Robot Corporation on Facebook (www.facebook.com/powervisionme/) and YouTube (www.youtube.com/c/PowerVisionRobot).

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